Direct Support Specialist
Pinnacle Services Incorporated·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Pinnacle Services Incorporated·Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Direct Support Specialist assists individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses in a residential setting with daily living tasks. Responsibilities include meal preparation, medication administration, behavior management, and facilitating community activities.
Looking to elevate your Direct Care experience? Pinnacle Services is seeking dedicated, caring individuals to join our team as Direct Support Specialists! Our Direct Support Specialists have the ability to assist persons served with developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and behavioral issues in a residential setting providing support and encouragement to work towards outcomes and goals to gain life skills. This position is full-time.
Job duties and responsibilities of the position vary to meet the needs of persons served but may include: Meal planning/preparation. Facilitation of community activities by using company vehicles. Assisting with personal and medical cares (helping with dressing, bathing, etc.) Behavior management. Medication administration. Direct Support Specialists travel between multiple site locations as needed.
Schedule Direct Support Specialists work either morning (6am-2pm) or evening (2pm-10pm) shifts and must be available 5 days a week. Schedules are created with and determined by the Program Director.
Salary/ Schedule $18.00/hour and Scheduling is created with and determined by the Program Director. Direct Support Specialists must be available to work morning (6am-2pm) and evening (2pm-10pm) shifts and be willing to work weekends.
Part-Time Employees · Sick and Safe Time Full-Time Employees · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · Life Insurance · Short Term Disability · Voluntary Life Insurance · 401(k) Retirement Plan · Flexible Spending Account · PTO (3 weeks/year for first 2 years)
Required Qualifications At least a year of experience working as a Direct Support Professional or equivalent role. Have a passion for helping others and is willing to assist persons served with their varying needs. Must be 18 years or older. Must successfully clear a background check. Current driver’s license, current auto insurance, reliable transportation and an acceptable driving record determined by Pinnacle Services policy. Unacceptable driving record will result in reduction of placement options.
Previous direct care experience. CPR/AED certified (will train if missing qualification).
Locations Available: South Minneapolis
Market context
In Minnesota, operations roles supporting developmental-disability services often draw steady demand because providers need staff who can coordinate care, documentation, and day-to-day service delivery. These positions are competitive when candidates bring a relevant bachelor’s degree, one year of experience with developmental disabilities, and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm how your background matches the role before applying.
